Arch Street United Methodist Church

A Reconci l ing Congregat ion 55 North Broad Street

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107 (S.E. corner of Broad & Arch Streets)

Telephone: 215.568.6250 | Fax: 215.568-2256 www.archstreetumc.org

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Senior Pastor, Reverend Robin Hynicka Visitation Pastor, Reverend Reinhard Kruse Deacons, Reverend Nikki Kelley Kleinberg,

Reverend David Krueger, Deaconess, Darlene DiDomineck

US2, Rachel Ternes Music Director, Adam Haines

Secretaries, Carla Brickhouse, Anne McCormick Building Supervisor, Frank Jones

Sextons, Devon Goodwin, Russell Whaley, John Buzby, Toni McIlwaine, Joe Kalil

PRAISE AND WORSHIP SERVICE July 23, 2017 7th Sunday after Pentecost

PRELUDE

PRAISE SINGING

#528 “Nearer, My God to Thee”

#694 “Come, Ye Thankful People, Come”

#418 “We Are Climbing Jacob’s Ladder”

OPENING PRAYER

WELCOME TO ARCH STREET & PASSING OF THE PEACE

JOYS & CONCERNS

SILENT PRAYER

REGISTRATION & ANNOUNCEMENTS

OFFERING OF TITHES & OFFERINGS

OFFERTORY

SCRIPTURE READING Janis Campbell Genesis 28:10-19a Romans 8:12-25

SPECIAL MUSIC #2190 “Bring Forth the Kingdom”

*GOSPEL LESSON Matthew 13:24-30, 36-43

SERMON “Elevated” Reverend Robin Hynicka CLOSING HYMN #384 “Love Divine, All Loves Excelling”

BENEDICTION POSTLUDE #2019 “Holy” (Santo)

PRAISE AND WORSHIP SERVICE July 23, 2017 7th Sunday after Pentecost

Musician: James Dell’Orefice Worship Leader: Nicola Jefferson Nursery Attendant: Guy McNeill

Sunday School

All those interested in reading, reflecting on and discussing the Bible

passages used in each week’s sermon are invited to meet in the Chapel

every Sunday at 9:45am. The scriptures readings for today’s class are

Genesis 29:15-28, Romans 8:26-39, and Matthew 13:31-33.

Readings for NEXT week are Genesis 32:22-31, Romans 9:1-5, and

Matthew 14:13-21.

Calendar of Events July 23 through Aug 6 2017

SUN 07/23 8:30 Worship Service, Chapel

9:45 Adult Sunday School

11:00 Children’s Sunday school

11:00 Worship Service, Sanctuary

12:15 Native American Group Meeting 2nd Fl

2:00 Unity Fellowship Church Service

MON 07/24 12:00 Tea & Talk

5:30 AA, Nichols Hall

TUES 07/25 12:00 Hour of Power, Sanctuary

WED 07/26 6:00 AA, Nichols Hall

THUR 07/27 5:00 Diversity, Chapel

5:30 AA, Nichols Hall

SUN 07/30 8:30 Worship Service, Chapel

9:45 Adult Sunday School

11:00 Children’s Sunday School

11:00 Worship Service, Sanctuary

2:00 Unity Fellowship Church Service

MON 07/31 12:00 Tea & Talk

5:30 AA, Nichols Hall

TUES 08/01 12:00 Hour of Power, Sanctuary

WED 08/02 6:00 AA, Nichols Hall

THUR 08/03 5:00 Diversity, Chapel

5:30 AA, Nichols Hall

SUN 08/06 8:30 Worship Service, Chapel

9:45 Adult Sunday School

11:00 Children’s Sunday School

11:00 Worship Service, Sanctuary

2:00 Unity Fellowship Church Service

Please see the events page on our web site: www.archstreetumc.org for

the full calendar of happenings.

We need affordable Health Care

for all in the U.S.

"We need healthcare when we are sick or injured. We need health

insurance because very few people can pay for the cost of a major illness

or surgery out of pocket. When circumstances keep people from having

insurance, people live sicker and die sooner.

"Unlike many countries, the United States has the resources to provide the

assurance that every person, regardless of age, gender, location, poverty,

or disability can receive the preventive and curative services they need."

(GBCS)

Do the basics of health care in the U.S. seem to get lost in the swirl of

news and opinions about recent legislative proposals for alternatives to

current health insurance laws? And what do most United Methodists

believe, based on positions taken by their General Conference? The

General Board of Church and Society, which advocates on our behalf for

high quality affordable health care as a "basic human right," offers a basic

primer on the topic, including what the Bible and the UMC say and "Three

Things You Can Do." Learn more... or epaumc.org.

Monthly Meeting

POWER’s next Action Team meeting will take place Tuesday, August

8th from 7:00–9:00 PM at the POWER Office, 1429 N. 11th Street,

Philadelphia, PA 19122 (two blocks north of Girard Avenue on the

SEPTA 23 bus route). All strategy teams will present their year-long

campaign plans for input, so be sure to come and share your thoughts

on POWER’s next steps.

Dinner will be available at 6:30 PM and free childcare offered by certified

personnel is available upon request. If you are in need of childcare, please

contact info@powerphiladelphia.org by Friday, August 4th with the

names, ages, and number of children attending.

Green Jobs Campaign

At the 2016 Poverty Summit, POWER set a goal of ending poverty in

Philadelphia in 10 years and presented a platform of ideas and strategies to

help get us there. The first “Black Work Matters” report focused on

growing strong, living wage jobs in the service sector. This year, we

examine opportunities for equitable wages in the green energy industry.

On July 11th, we released our second report: “Black Work Matters: Green

Jobs” (available at: http://powerinterfaith.org/). The report projects that we

can lift 1 out of 5 families out of poverty with the targeted building out of a

strong and vibrant green jobs sector. So we ask: What are the life-

sustaining jobs and economic opportunities available to achieve this goal?

What policies do we need to make change?

POWER has some answers. We will need a lot of people-power to

enact the recommendations. Please familiarize yourself with this

inspiring and hopeful report. If you feel the call to join this effort,

come to the monthly meeting (details above) and meet with the

Economic Dignity Team.

ASUMC Youth and Young Adult Mission Trip to Robeson County

For the last eight years, ASUMC Youth have traveled to Lumberton and

Pembroke NC to work alongside local leaders on various improvement

projects. This year’s trip is scheduled for July 30th to August 5th. The

picture above shows the kind of work our volunteers accomplish. The

Robeson County Church and Community Center is the heart and soul of

support for the poor of Robeson County – the poorest county in NC. The

Center was under flood waters in the Fall of last year due to Hurricane

Matthew. Pastor Kelly stated that funds and volunteers are desperately

needed to restore the Center so they can resume all functions. The United

Methodist Church is the driving force behind the Center’s work and

the ASUMC Youth are so close to this NC community they ask for your

help. Pastor Robin has set a stretch goal of $8,000. Please use the

special offering envelope inserted in the bulletin or give online. Checks

should be made out to Arch Street UMC with the words Flood Relief on

the memo line. Thank you for your generosity.

United Methodist Night at the Phillies, July 29

United Methodist Night at the Phillies will be on Saturday, July 29. Come

enjoy a thrilling game of baseball. Please join us with family and friends

for fun and fellowship at Citizens Bank Park on Saturday, July 29, at 7:05

PM, when our Philadelphia Phillies host the Atlanta Braves. For group

tickets contact Jen Leone at jleone@phillies.com or 215-218-5267. Please

see poster in hall.

Arch St. United Methodist Women’s Calendar 2017

United Methodist Women Summer Plans

The United Methodist Women of Arch Street are taking some time off this

summer, but we will see you in August.

UMW is not meeting in July: Happy vacation, everyone!

Friday August 11: 6 pm to whenever. Annual UMW Potluck at

Margaret’s house. No book discussion. No agenda. Just fun. Just bring

food or drink to share. Questions, contact Margaret

(margaretharris@me.com)

Sunday August 13: Discussion of parts 2 and 3 of Living Into Hope; a

call to spiritual action for such a time as this by Rev. Dr, Joan Brown

Campbell. Meeting is in 2nd fl. conference room following 11 am worship.

Sunday September 10: UMW welcome back meeting! Learn about our

plans for the new year. Meeting in 2nd floor conference room

immediately following 11 am worship service.

LGBTQ Planning Supper

Interested LGBTQ persons are invited to come to Hopkinson

House, 604 South Washington Square Unit 902, the condo of Rev.

Herb Snyder, at 6pm for supper on Sunday, July 23rd. According to

the custom for several years, the group will plan the program for the

LGBTQ community at Arch Street UMC for the ensuing year.

Those planning to come should let Dr. Snyder know in advance.

Mural Paint Party Today

Mural Paint Parties

Sunday, July 23, from 12 to 3 PM

Wednesday, July 26, from 1 to 4 PM

Come help paint the new mural in Nichols Hall! The mural was

designed with input from the Arch Street community, and now you

can help bring it to life! No artistic experience or skill required. Can

you do a paint-by-number? Yes? Then you can contribute to the

mural! Wear paint-safe clothes. Pizza will be provided for lunch.

Call Rachel at 503-475-2387 with any questions.

A Look at Our Faithfulness

Combined attendance for last Sunday July 16th was 95. Your tithes, gifts,

and offerings help ASUMC make a difference in our community. Thank

you

Academy for Laity, Aug. 4-6: Embrace the Journey

Registration is open now for the 34th Academy for Laity, Aug. 4-6. They

have new dates, a new location and new courses. The new location is

Cedarville UMC, 1092 Laurelwood Road, Pottstown, PA. The theme:

Embrace the Journey: Step Up, Step Out.

This is an ideal opportunity for everyone who wants to serve the Lord to

start or refresh the Christ Servant Ministry journey. "Whether you are just

beginning your journey to learn more about our amazing God and His Son

Jesus or you are a seasoned Bible scholar, a Christ Servant Minister, a

Certified Lay Minister or a clergy member, this is the year for you to step

up and step out to enhance your knowledge. Join with hundreds of fellow

Christians who thirst for information as well as fellowship."

Each course was designed to be a unique learning experience with

information that you can immediately take and start applying in your

ministry. The Academy offers 10 course subjects-from the Basic Course

for those who are starting out, to advanced classes in three disciplines:

leading ministries and groups; caring for others in your church or

community; and speaking to diverse groups or preaching to congregations.

The registration deadline is July 15.

• See course descriptions: 2017 Laity Academy Course

Description Handout [PDF].

• Register Online: www.etouches.com/2017laity.

• Or register by mail:

o 2017 Laity Academy Registration Form [PDF].

o 2017 Laity Academy Scholarship Application [PDF]

PRAYER CONCERNS

Prayers of Healing for: Owen Brazelton, Rick

Taylor, Laura Dragon, Joyce Mojher, Bill Hilley,

Anna Burton, Jonathan Legg, Lisa Lore, Max

Northouse, Pat Taylor, Alma Dopson, Cynthis Dupree, Mrs. Mastrando,

Chris Whaley, James Hearn, Geraldine Bradley, Michael Bowman,

Jazzy, Helena & Jackie Yorker, Mrs. Bowman, Ann Bishton, Rev. James

Pittman, Evelyn Tinsley, Constance James, Deanna Cotton, D. Nicholas

Tyrone Christy, Virgil Watson, Jim Griscol, Gloria Young, Russell

Whaley, Tanya Graves, Dorothy Hurley, Dolores Farinre-Carey, J. J.,

Mr. Franco, Skylar, John Johnson, Len Metzler, Loretta Wootten, Emily

Jenson, Marsha Wittman, Jenny Jakacki, Laura Massey, Tim Brazelton,

Diann Rollins, Joan Wood, James Williams, Anthony Mastrando, Inez

Barrett-Otey, Diana Amey, Casey Edwards, Ann Gennaro, Mark Fischer,

Ida Bristoe, Maureen Norman, Jeanne Kostenbader, Donald Lathrop,

Pamela Thomas, Sandra Parker, Marion Dabney, Patricia Pape, Yazid

Jones, Ernie, John Tucker, Lou Brooks, Rob Koob, Jada Bascom, Minerva

Clark, Vanessa & Yaddy Sellers, Nakia Rimmer, Don Allen, Anna Cole,

Christopher Browne, Betty Flowerree, Troy McColley, Barton Burke,

Thomas Onorato, Roy Samuel Layden, Dorothy Eady, Molly Villafane,

Pamela Maupin, Mary Reece, Celestine Justin, Louis Harrigan, Mayra

Malonada, Sheldon Nixon, Althea Sea, Dumis Randolph, Joanne Ferreri,

Rosemary Schier, Carla Kelley.

Prayers of Encouragement: The family and friends of Michael Canon,

Anna Burton, Marge Donnelly and family, Bill Gatewood , Mat Hearn,

Steven Whaley, Qing-Song Chen, and David, Rev. Brett Charsky, Anthony

Eugene Smith and his mother, Christina, Rashida Bryant, Shelly Folks, the

Thompson/Norman family, Calvin Smith, Jr., Deborah Seely, Caroline

Lopopolo, Alexander Grant, Laura Harrigan, Rick Taylor, the Robertson

family, Dorothy Watson and family, for Rich, and Elaine Jenson and

family. The Richerson family, The Taylor family.

Prayers of Protection for our service people and those living in parts of

the world under conflict. Please pray for those who are hungry, ill,

displaced, or living in poverty because of natural and human-made

disasters, and for the workers who minister to them.

ARCH STREET UMC VISION

Arch Street United Methodist Church will be a welcoming Christian

community that inspires openness, understanding, healing and

reconciliation both within the congregation and in the community-

at-large.

ARCH STREET MISSION STATEMENT Arch Street United Methodist Church’s mission is to love God and

neighbor by nurturing individuals on their spiritual journeys,

encouraging creativity in faithful service, strengthening relationships

and promoting justice.

GOD’S TABLE IS OPEN TO ALL.

THERE’S ROOM AT THE TABLE FOR YOU.

Arch Street United Methodist Church is a community of faith-

keeping and faith-seeking people who embrace diversity in our

congregation and community, and affirm the dignity and worth of

every person as created in the image of God. We celebrate and give

thanks for all of the gifts of God among us. Our welcome knows no

boundaries, whether of age, racial or ethnic background, gender,

sexual orientation or gender identity, economic or marital status,

physical or mental ability. We welcome all to share in the ministry,

fellowship, and blessings of full participation as members of

Christ’s body.

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Parking

Garage parking coupons are available from the Chapel office only

for the Convention Center self-park next door. You must show the number

on your ticket and give your name at our office to receive your coupon.

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